Autumn Altamirano, LCSW
Warm, collaborative LCSW for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and relationship care
- CBT and motivational interviewing
- Family and parenting support
About Autumn Altamirano
Autumn Altamirano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience offering therapy in a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, outpatient care, and school-based programs. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, challenges with motivation, life transitions, family conflict, and relationship difficulties, approaching each case with practical, evidence-informed strategies.
Born and raised in Orange County, California, Autumn now lives in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Her training and experience inform a client-centered practice, which begins where the client is and respects each person as the expert on their own life.
Autumn primarily uses evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. She may also integrate attachment-based methods and psychodynamic perspectives when those approaches match a client’s needs. Her style is warm, real, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on building trust and a collaborative therapeutic alliance to establish goals and practical steps for change.
Outside of her clinical work, Autumn enjoys playing soccer, watching sports, reading, cooking, spending time with her husband and children, and traveling to new places. She looks forward to supporting individuals and families as they work toward clearer goals and improved well-being.
Born and raised in Orange County, California, Autumn now lives in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Her training and experience inform a client-centered practice, which begins where the client is and respects each person as the expert on their own life.
Autumn primarily uses evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. She may also integrate attachment-based methods and psychodynamic perspectives when those approaches match a client’s needs. Her style is warm, real, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on building trust and a collaborative therapeutic alliance to establish goals and practical steps for change.
Outside of her clinical work, Autumn enjoys playing soccer, watching sports, reading, cooking, spending time with her husband and children, and traveling to new places. She looks forward to supporting individuals and families as they work toward clearer goals and improved well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Autumn Altamirano have?
Autumn Altamirano has 10 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Autumn Altamirano a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: CA LCSW 90439, TN LCSW 7834.
In which languages does Autumn Altamirano provide therapy?
Autumn provides therapy in English.
Where is Autumn Altamirano located?
Autumn is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Autumn Altamirano as my therapist?
You can work with Autumn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Autumn Altamirano work with international clients?
Autumn Altamirano does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Autumn Altamirano cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Autumn. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, CBT, and Collaborative Online Care
Autumn draws on several established therapeutic approaches to support clients online. Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting each person where they are, listening without judgment, and collaborating on goals that matter to the individual - this approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT can be effective for anxiety, depression, panic, and challenges with motivation by providing practical tools and skills to manage symptoms.
Attachment-based therapy explores patterns in relationships and how early connections influence current interactions and emotional responses. This approach can be helpful for family issues, blended family dynamics, and attachment concerns that affect intimacy and communication.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Autumn collaborates with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from locations that work for them and to choose formats that suit their schedules and comfort levels, making consistent support more attainable.